Dublin
Dublin
Dublin is a city that everyone raves about. Displaced locals get all misty-eyed about the pubs, the hilarious, friendly people they left behind. It is a modern, hard-working, affluent centre of commerce and industry as well as a cultural capital and it is home to some of Europe's most renowned artists. It is a city that deserves to be taken seriously. And, for those who do, it is a richly rewarding, fascinating place with its incredible beautifully preserved mansions and castles, meticulously curated museums, churches, cathedrals, and parks.Hitta resa
Glimpse at the detail in the renowned Book of Kells in Trinity College. This lavishly illustrated manuscript of the Gospels dates back to the 9th century, and it is simply a marvel of Early Christian art carried out by the monks’ steady hands. The 65-metre Long Room in the Old Library is an incredible sight, and it is filled with old books, marble busts and a barrel-vaulted ceiling. This is also the room that inspired the imagery of the Jedi Archive in Star Wars Episode II.
Year in, year out, The Guinness Storehouse is Dublin’s most visited attraction, and with many good reasons. You can learn about the history of 'the black stuff’ and discover how it’s made, pull your own pint, enjoy The Gravity Bar’s stunning panoramic views and more.
Dublin’s newest museum tells the amazing story of the city in the 20th Century, and you can't miss it if you're in Dublin! Come and experience the warmth of a real Irish welcome in a beautiful Georgian townhouse right in the heart of the city.
Dublin’s majestic Iveagh Gardens are the best-kept secret of the city. Enter a floral world of rustic grottoes, twinkling fountains and sunken lawns. The gardens were designed by Ninian Niven in 1863 and include a rustic grotto, cascades, fountains, maze, a rosarium, archery grounds, wilderness and woodlands. You’ll love this little slice of city heaven.
The National Gallery of Ireland was established by an Act of Parliament in 1854 and it first opened its doors to the public in January 1864. Today the collection includes over 2,500 paintings and almost 10,000 other works created in different techniques including watercolours, drawings, prints and sculpture.
Kilmainham Gaol opened its doors in 1796 as the new County Gaol for Dublin. Today the building symbolises the tradition of militant and constitutional nationalism from the rebellion of 1798 to the Irish Civil War of 1922-23. The great collection consists of a wide variety of object types, including manuscripts, photographs, newspapers, weaponry, artwork, medals, uniforms and personal effects especially related to the political imprisonment in the 1916-23 period, and to the experience of women during the Civil War.
Dubliners love sport and adventures and the backdrop of beautiful mountains and rugged coastline, just few minutes away from the city centre, provide the perfect arena for an unforgettable experience. Aboveboard is a water sports adventure centre located in the heart of Dublin's south coast in Dun Laoghaire. The club offers kite-surfing lessons and rentals.
Dublin Bay Cruises sail between Dun Laoghaire and Howth up to six times a day from March to October. Your 90 min trip brings you not only around the beautiful vista of Dublin Bay, but it also helps you to travel through time and to understand how and why the modern city of Dublin developed to become the capital city of Ireland.
Glimpse at the detail in the renowned Book of Kells in Trinity College. This lavishly illustrated manuscript of the Gospels dates back to the 9th century, and it is simply a marvel of Early Christian art carried out by the monks’ steady hands. The 65-metre Long Room in the Old Library is an incredible sight, and it is filled with old books, marble busts and a barrel-vaulted ceiling. This is also the room that inspired the imagery of the Jedi Archive in Star Wars Episode II.
Year in, year out, The Guinness Storehouse is Dublin’s most visited attraction, and with many good reasons. You can learn about the history of 'the black stuff’ and discover how it’s made, pull your own pint, enjoy The Gravity Bar’s stunning panoramic views and more.
Located in Stoneybatter (better known as Maron Street by the locals), this restaurant offers a seasonal and regularly updated selection of food and beers. Each course is matched with a beer or cider and the desserts are matched with a whiskey. Regular tasting events in the pub are another draw.
Opened in the summer of 2013, Oxmantown (meaning "Scandinavian Homestead") is an independent sandwich and coffee shop offering a wide variety of menus any time of day. All soups, salads, sandwiches, cakes and bread are made in-house.
Da Mimmo Italian Restaurant Dublin was opened in 2010. It is a family-run Italian restaurant especially renowned for its homemade wood fired pizzas, pasta, antipasti, delicious desserts and a wide range of fine Italian wines. If you want to savour authentic made-in-Italy cuisine, this is the right place to visit.
Located in a basement and tucked away deep in Dublin's Northside, Chapter One worked hard to reflect the Irish culinary tradition in its cuisine. Dining here is a multi-sensory experience as every course is carefully made with high quality products and served in an elegant interior.
This quite-simple restaurant offers a menu designed to support the very best of homegrown products. The food is assembled in an uncomplicated way that relies on its freshness and high quality so that you will be provided with a taste experience for all the senses.
Simple modern European food with a classic French influence. The service is friendly and knowledgeable, the dining room is spacious, bright and airy in the style of a French Brasserie. It has a bustling atmosphere every day of the week. Don't miss the Aged Irish Angus Sirloin & Fillet Steaks and Burgers!
Coppinger Row is a social hub for diving in, sharing the best food and drink with your friends and family. Fresh Mediterranean flavours sourced from local seasonal produce are at your total disposition.
Saba offers wonderful Thai and Vietnamese cuisine in a fantastic setting. As well as their amazing food and their “must have” cocktails, the service is excellent and the prices are reasonable.
Located in Stoneybatter (better known as Maron Street by the locals), this restaurant offers a seasonal and regularly updated selection of food and beers. Each course is matched with a beer or cider and the desserts are matched with a whiskey. Regular tasting events in the pub are another draw.
Opened in the summer of 2013, Oxmantown (meaning "Scandinavian Homestead") is an independent sandwich and coffee shop offering a wide variety of menus any time of day. All soups, salads, sandwiches, cakes and bread are made in-house.
Kildare Village offers Ireland’s only luxury outlet shopping experience, with savings of up to 60% on the recommended retail price in more than 60 boutiques along a charming open-air promenade, just one hour from central Dublin.
John Farrington Antiques in Drury Street is all about antique jewellery. It is the right place to find delicate vintage designs like no other including rings (including engagement rings), bracelets, earrings, necklaces, broaches, pearls and tiaras.
Dundrum Town Centre is home to over 130 stores, 40 restaurants, and even 12 cinema screens. Whether its fashion, beauty, sports, electronics, leisure or entertainment you're after, Ireland's premiere retail and leisure destination has you covered.
Celtic Whiskey Shop is one of Ireland's finest. Since its opening in 2003, it has drawn whiskey-lovers from the nation and abroad. Apart from splendid whiskeys, the store stocks a plethora of other international spirits, including some of the world's finest wines.
The married couple who run the shop are personally in charge of designing some of the pieces sold here, but complement the collection with international brand-name items that fit the vintage theme of this centrally located boutique.
Sioapaella is Ireland’s largest designer exchange store featuring new and previously used high quality designer handbags, accessories and clothing. The assortment of items is updated on a daily basis.
Grafton Street is Dublin’s top thoroughfare for high street shopping where you will find the best of Irish and international fashion to Irish gifts and craft ware. The Street is surrounded by side streets and winding lanes, each of which hide a treasure trove of uniquely Irish Boutique, allowing you to find that something special that’s not for sale on the high street. There is a wealth of unique and affordable shops in this area along with St. Stephen's Green park and many museums and galleries. This area is also densely populated with restaurants and bars catering for a broad range of tastes.
Henry Street is located North of the river and it is a pedestrian-friendly zone. As well as oodles of shops from H&M to Zara, there are department stores such as Arnotts and nearby favourite Clerys, as well as shopping centres, Jervis Street and the Ilac Centre. Take a moment to look up between bargains at The Spire, one of Dublin’s iconic monuments. It soars to a needlepoint on O'Connell Street.
Kildare Village offers Ireland’s only luxury outlet shopping experience, with savings of up to 60% on the recommended retail price in more than 60 boutiques along a charming open-air promenade, just one hour from central Dublin.
John Farrington Antiques in Drury Street is all about antique jewellery. It is the right place to find delicate vintage designs like no other including rings (including engagement rings), bracelets, earrings, necklaces, broaches, pearls and tiaras.
Passport / Visa
Ireland’s passport and visa requirements vary for different nationalities: if you are a UK citizen, you can just use official photo identification, whereas if you are an EU citizen, you just need a national identity card. Visitors from EU countries (including Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein), USA, Australia, Canada and New Zealand, don’t need a visa to visit the Republic or Northern Ireland. South African visitors can visit the Republic of Ireland visa-free, but they need a UK visa in order to enter Northern Ireland. If you're not sure whether or not to apply for a visa, we recommend you to contact the embassy or consulate in your country.
Airport
The Dublin Central Airport is located 10km north of Dublin, in Collinstown (Fingal) with access to a large number of buses, coaches and taxis all allowing you to easily get to/from the city center. Dublin Bus offers many routes throughout Dublin from the Airport, including the 16 to Ballinteer, the 41 to Lower Abbey Street and the 102 to Sutton Station. Aircoach operates regular services from Dublin Airport to the city centre and to Cork and Belfast.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Dublin is during the summertime (May to August) when the weather is warmer than the rest of the year and you can enjoy numerous festivals. Unfortunately summer season is also the most expensive time to visit. So, if you’re planning a vacation to Dublin but you don't want to spend a fortune, Spring and Fall make for a happy medium with moderate temperatures, less crowded street and lower prices.
Public Transport
Dublin has an extensive bus network but only a few rail and tram lines. Most of buses are operated by Dublin Bus with some smaller companies operating other routes, most usefully an express service to Dublin Airport operated by Aircoach. If you plan to use buses more than a few times in Dublin, it's well worth getting some type of prepaid ticket or pass, many of which are also valid on rail and/or tram services, such as the Leap Card. While the rail service is not extensive, a nice way to see Dublin Bay is to take a trip on the DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transit) suburban train and to travel from the city centre as far as Bray. It's not particularly expensive and you get to see some spectacular views of Dublin Bay. LUAS trams began service in 2004. The Red Line connects the two main railway stations of Heuston and Connolly whici is also the route of the most popular points of interest for tourists.
Taxi
All taxis in Ireland have a large yellow and blue roof-sign and door signage. Taxis may be hailed on the street, picked up at a taxi rank or ordered by phone.
Post
The General Post Office in Dublin is located at O'Connell Street.
Pharmacy
Hickeys Pharmacy O'Connell Street Lower 55, Dublin +353 1873 0427 08.30-22.00 Mon-Fri; 10.00-22.00 Sat. www.hickeyspharmacies.ie Pure Pharmacy Collins Av. E 38, Dublin 09.00-18.30 Mon-Fri; 10.00-17.00 Sat. www.purepharmacy.ie
Telephone
Country Code: +353 Zone Code: 01
Passport / Visa
Ireland’s passport and visa requirements vary for different nationalities: if you are a UK citizen, you can just use official photo identification, whereas if you are an EU citizen, you just need a national identity card. Visitors from EU countries (including Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein), USA, Australia, Canada and New Zealand, don’t need a visa to visit the Republic or Northern Ireland. South African visitors can visit the Republic of Ireland visa-free, but they need a UK visa in order to enter Northern Ireland. If you're not sure whether or not to apply for a visa, we recommend you to contact the embassy or consulate in your country.
Airport
The Dublin Central Airport is located 10km north of Dublin, in Collinstown (Fingal) with access to a large number of buses, coaches and taxis all allowing you to easily get to/from the city center. Dublin Bus offers many routes throughout Dublin from the Airport, including the 16 to Ballinteer, the 41 to Lower Abbey Street and the 102 to Sutton Station. Aircoach operates regular services from Dublin Airport to the city centre and to Cork and Belfast.
